Mijenta Maestra Selection No. 3 Blanco Tequila Limited Edition

Mijenta Maestra Selection No. 3 Blanco – An Homage to Tequila's Origins

Some tequilas are made. Others are remembered — crafted with the tools and techniques of tequila's past to bring forth flavors and aromas recalled from its very origins.

Mijenta Maestra Selection No. 3 Blanco is the third limited-edition release in Maestra Tequilera Ana María Romero's annual exploration of agave. Where the first Maestra Selection explored agave cultivation and the second explored terroir, No. 3 takes a broader view of the entire craft — an homage to the tradition and history of tequila itself.

It begins with fully mature 8-year-old Blue Weber agaves de semilla — grown from seed, not offshoots — in Jamay, Jalisco, along the shores of Lake Chapala. Growing agave from seed is extremely rare, and these plants possess a richness and complexity that forms the soul of this expression. They are slow-cooked in an oven built from volcanic stone from Popocatépetl, crushed by a tahona carved from that same stone, fermented in wooden tanks with agave fibers, and distilled in copper pot stills — before resting for 15 days in clay pots, an homage to the ancestral way of making agave spirits.

Bottled at 50% ABV (100 proof) with nothing but agave, water, and yeast, Maestra Selection No. 3 is a tequila that is unmistakably Mijenta and unlike anything in the core range. The bottle itself is a work of art — "Tapestry of Dreams," a bespoke design by Mexico City artist Sophia Castellanos inspired by the vibrant colors and abstract motifs of Otomí embroidery. We're proud to have it on our shelves here at Del Mesa Liquor.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Cooked agave, vanilla, and caramel open into orange, raspberry, and roasted pineapple, with cinnamon, dark chocolate, violet, and earthy minerality.
• Palate: Silky cooked agave with floral notes and fruit, grounded by damp earth.
• Finish: Long and persistent, fading to sweet agave, pepper, and anise — warm and spicy.

Key Highlights

• ✔ Third release in the Maestra Selection limited-edition series
• ✔ Crafted by Maestra Tequilera Ana María Romero, one of the first official Catadores de Tequila
• ✔ 8-year-old Blue Weber agaves de semilla (seed-grown) from Jamay, Jalisco
• ✔ Cooked in volcanic stone ovens, tahona-crushed, copper pot-distilled
• ✔ Rested 15 days in clay pots — an ancestral homage
• ✔ Bottled at 50% ABV (100 proof); additive-free — just agave, water & yeast
• ✔ Bespoke "Tapestry of Dreams" bottle art inspired by Otomí embroidery

How to Enjoy

Mijenta recommends sipping this tequila neat to experience the full depth of the agave. Pour it into a tequila glass or small copita, let it open for a few minutes, and take your time — this is a blanco that rewards patience. A single large cube works if you prefer it chilled, but serve it too cold and you'll lose the aromatics.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the Maestra Selection series?

It's Mijenta's annual limited-edition series giving Maestra Tequilera Ana María Romero a platform to experiment with what is possible using only agave, water, and yeast. No. 1 explored agave cultivation methods, No. 2 explored terroir, and No. 3 takes a broader view of the entire traditional craft.

What does "agaves de semilla" mean?

It means the Blue Weber agaves were grown from seed rather than from hijuelos (offshoots cloned from a parent plant). Seed-grown agave is extremely rare in tequila production and gives this expression exceptional richness and complexity.

What is the ABV of Maestra Selection No. 3?

It's bottled at 50% ABV (100 proof).

Is Mijenta Maestra Selection No. 3 a limited edition?

Yes — it's a limited annual release in the Maestra Selection series, priced at $99.99 for 750mL. Once it's gone, it's gone.